Pokemon
News, coverage and analysis tracking Pokemon across the outlets.- Morning Legal BriefsA lawsuit has been filed against Nintendo seeking $341,000, reportedly because the plaintiff cannot become a Pokemon Professor. The article humorously compares this to suing NASA.
- This beautifully animated Pokémon anime episode is a love letter to the series’ dopiest Dragon-typeThis article discusses a recent episode of the Pokémon anime, highlighting its beautiful animation and its affectionate tribute to the series' less conventional Dragon-type Pokémon. The piece suggests the episode serves as a nostalgic nod to long-time fans.
Don't like the look of Lego Pokemon? Try these rival sets instead (especially now they're going cheap)Mega, a rival to Lego, offers building sets based on Pokemon that are currently on sale at Woot. The article highlights these sets as alternatives to Lego's Pokemon offerings, noting significant discounts on Mega's blocky monster figures.
Youth Football Talent Hits The Spotlight at the 2025/26 Pokémon Primary Schools’ Cup National FinalsThe 2025/26 Pokémon Primary Schools’ Cup National Finals concluded at Stoke City Stadium, celebrating young football talent nationwide. The event, a collaboration between The Pokémon Company International and the English Schools’ Football Association, highlighted teamwork and friendship among over 50,000 participants. Champions were crowned across U11, U11 Girls’, and U11 Small Schools’ Cup categories.
Three upcoming LEGO Pokemon sets leak onlineThree unannounced LEGO Pokemon sets have reportedly leaked online: Charmander and Geodude’s Cavern Clash, Jigglypuff Concert, and Cubone and Gengar’s Spooky Showdown. The leaks suggest official announcements for these merchandise sets are imminent.
Pokemon Fossil Museum Plush and Merchandise AppearThe Pokemon Company International has launched merchandise for the upcoming Pokemon Fossil Museum exhibit at the Chicago Field Museum, opening May 22, 2026. The collection includes an Excavator Pikachu plush, apparel, keychains, and TCG accessories, available for a limited time.
Chase Austin Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Musical Guest of HonorMusic producer and DJ Chase Austin has been announced as a Musical Guest of Honor for Fire & Ice RGX 2026, performing on June 20. The event will also feature other guests and tournaments, including a Pokémon Road to RGX event. The article also mentions upcoming releases and music tributes for other games.
Gotta Net 'Em All In Bite-Sized Bug Collector 'Kabuto Park' For SwitchKabuto Park, a bug-collecting and battling game developed by Doot and published by Seaven Studio, is set to release on Nintendo Switch on May 28, 2024, for $5.99. The game, which has received overwhelmingly positive reviews on Steam for its simple combat and colorful art style, offers a short 2-4 hour gameplay experience focused on collecting bugs to form battle teams.
Dragonite and the Special Delivery Pokemon Anime Episode Debuts in EnglishThe English version of the Pokemon anime special episode "Dragonite and the Special Delivery" is now available on YouTube. This nearly 14-minute short follows Hana, an aspiring Pokemon mail carrier, and her partner Fuecoco as they deliver a mysterious, unaddressed letter. The episode was animated by Comix Wave Films, known for "Your Name" and "Suzume."
Pokémon's Exceptional Dragonite Anime Short Has Finally Been DubbedThe Pokémon anime short "Pokémon: Dragonite and the Special Delivery," produced by CoMix Wave Films, has been officially dubbed and released on YouTube. The 14-minute short follows Hana, a girl from Paldea, and her partner Fuecoco as they help a boy named Rio deliver a birthday letter to his father in the Kanto region. The article also briefly mentions a potential leak regarding new Lego Pokémon sets.- 34-year-old Iowa man is suing Nintendo because it won’t grant him the ‘Pokémon Professor’ titleAn Iowa man, Kyle Owens, is suing Nintendo and The Pokémon Company for $341,000 after being denied a 'Pokémon Professor' title. Owens claims he was rejected due to an old felony despite passing the program's exam, arguing the charges do not show guilty findings. The lawsuit highlights the structured nature of the Professor Program and its associated commercial advantages.
Pokémon fans vote for their favourites and Pikachu isn’t even in the top 50A new fan website has collected over 72,200 votes for favorite Pokémon, revealing surprising results where Mimikyu ranks first, surpassing long-time favorites like Pikachu and Charizard. While Pikachu is at 70th place, other popular Pokémon like Gengar and Absol also made the top 10, with less popular Pokémon like Trumbeak and Tadbulb receiving the fewest votes.
Forza Horizon 6 pokes Nintendo's Pokemon lawyers with a nod to "that Japanese collecting game we're not…Forza Horizon 6 features a subtle reference to Pokemon within its radio station dialogue, with hosts encouraging players to "snap 'em all" and mentioning "that Japanese collecting game we're not allowed to name for legal reasons." This nod likely alludes to past legal disputes involving similar game mechanics.
Rumour: LEGO's Next Major Pokémon Set Might Have Been RevealedA rumored LEGO set featuring the Pokémon Arcanine has reportedly been revealed through leaked web store listings. The set is said to contain 1190 pieces and is expected to be priced at $109.99 USD with a release in August 2026. This follows recent news of LEGO retiring some Nintendo-themed sets.- Rumour: LEGO's Next Big Pokémon Set Might Have Been RevealedA rumored LEGO set featuring the Pokémon Arcanine has reportedly been revealed through leaked listings on web stores. The set is said to contain 1190 pieces and is expected to be priced at $109.99 USD with an August 2026 release date. This follows recent news of LEGO retiring some Nintendo-themed sets.
- Rumour: LEGO's Next Pokémon Sets Might Have Been RevealedRumors suggest that LEGO is planning to release several new Pokémon-themed building sets, including 'Trainer's Buggy Adventure with Squirtle' and 'Charizard vs. Jolteon Ultimate Battle'. These potential sets, which may feature a new smart brick function, have reportedly been revealed ahead of any official announcement from LEGO. This news follows recent reports of LEGO discontinuing some of its existing Nintendo sets, including the first Legend of Zelda set.
Games Inbox: When will GTA 6 pre-orders start?Readers discuss the long wait for Grand Theft Auto 6, speculating on when pre-orders might begin and when the next trailer will drop. Other topics include potential Star Wars games, Nintendo's announcement strategies, and Sony's price increases for PlayStation Plus.- Forza Horizon 6 Features a Cheeky Pokémon Easter EggForza Horizon 6 includes a subtle reference to the Pokémon franchise. The game features a hidden Easter egg related to Pokémon.
IGN Live 2026 Partner Lineup to Include Avatar: The Last Airbender and Control ResonantIGN Live 2026 has announced its partner lineup, featuring "Avatar: The Last Airbender" Season 2, "Control Resonant," and "Poppy Playtime" Chapter 4. The event will also include appearances from "Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis," "Rick and Morty," and WWE Superstar Kevin Owens, among others. The event takes place June 6-7 in Los Angeles.
Nintendo’s Patent Application For Pokémon-Like Gameplay on Touch Screens Rejected by JPONintendo's patent application for monster-catching gameplay mechanics on touchscreen devices has been rejected by the Japan Patent Office (JPO). The JPO cited a lack of "inventive step" and existing "prior art," including Pokémon games, as reasons for the rejection. This decision impacts Nintendo's efforts to prevent games like Palworld from appearing on mobile platforms.